The verses of Elisabeth Cosnett’s hymn follow the process of creating a Christingle, using an orange and other symbolic decorations (see below). As the Christingle is created, verses 1 to 4 of the hymn may be sung one at a time, preceding or following each stage of the activity. Then sing the whole hymn (vv.1 to 5) at the end.

Alternatively, the simple and memorable tune (a traditonal French melody) lends itself to being sung by solo children’s voices, with the whole congregation joining in for the refrain.